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Carolina Raptor Center

Marketing Coordinator

Carolina Raptor Center, Huntersville, North Carolina, United States, 28078

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Marketing Coordinator – Carolina Raptor Center The Carolina Raptor Center’s Marketing Coordinator plays a critical role in interpreting and promoting CRC’s work to donors, members, guests, and the public. Working closely with staff across all departments, the Coordinator supports the execution of CRC’s marketing, communications, fundraising, and outreach strategies through social media campaigns, email communications, promotional materials, and public engagement activities.

Location & Department

Location:

Huntersville, NC

Department:

External Relations

Reports to:

Director of External Relations

Employment Status & Compensation

Employment Status:

Full-Time (40 hours/week)

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Compensation:

$36,000 Annually

Schedule:

Monday-Friday; occasional weekend and/or holiday work

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Content Creation & Management

Plan, create, publish, and analyze engaging content across all social media platforms, including promotional, educational, and informational content

Write, distribute, and analyze targeted email campaigns, including newsletters, event invitations, and member/donor communications

Create and update flyers, brochures, and other printed and digital materials

Maintain and organize the photo and video library; assist in taking photos and videos as needed

Contribute content and updates for the website and assist with minor maintenance tasks

Collaborate on signage and visitor communications around the site

Coordinate with Volunteer Manager to provide opportunities for Photography Volunteers to capture the organization’s mission

Media & Public Relations

Support media relations efforts by drafting press releases and coordinating with press contacts

Assist in the development and implementation of paid advertising campaigns (digital, print, radio, etc.)

Cross-Department Support

Coordinate with Visitor Services and Development teams to promote events, programs, and campaigns

Assist with the implementation of seasonal fundraising and awareness campaigns such as Giving Tuesday, Annual Appeals, and more

Collaborate with staff to support internal and external communications needs

Ensure consistency in brand messaging across all platforms

Supervision & Representation

Supervise and mentor social media interns, providing guidance on content creation, brand standards, and engagement strategies

Represent the Carolina Raptor Center at occasional outreach events and support internal programs as needed

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

The Marketing Coordinator must be a motivated self-starter who is dedicated to achieving measurable results. The successful applicant is a team-oriented person who has an interest in nature, marketing, public education, communication, and fundraising. They should also be adept at graphic design and possess strong persuasive writing and storytelling skills.

Candidate must have:

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field, or equivalent experience

1–3 years of professional experience in marketing, communications, or digital media

Interest in science, conservation, ecology, and birds of prey and their natural histories

Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects with deadlines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills

Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written

Proficiency with managing and measuring outcomes of social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn

Experience with email marketing platforms such as Constant Contact

Ability to utilize graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) to design a variety of digital and print products

Preferred:

Experience in nonprofit, conservation, or education sectors

Photography and/or video editing skills

Familiarity with website CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress)

Competency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) or similar software

Familiarity with Meta Ads and Google Ads

Physical Demands & Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work in this position will also involve sitting, walking, bending, and standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to work around sick and injured birds, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors. If you are immunocompromised or pregnant/planning to become pregnant, you should obtain medical clearance from your physician.

The Marketing Coordinator works in an office located at the Carolina Raptor Center’s facilities in Huntersville, North Carolina. The regular schedule is Monday-Friday. Travel and weekend or evening work may be required at times. The work environment involves occasional exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.

Benefits Carolina Raptor Center offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Other benefits include 403(b) retirement plan, and paid time off (PTO).

Equal Opportunity Employer This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. The Carolina Raptor Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

CRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in its work and staff. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. Carolina Raptor Center encourages candidates of all groups and communities to apply for this position.

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